User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EW1470F

[. . . ] Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol. Our contribution to the protection of the environment: we use recycled paper. 2 Contents Warnings Disposal 4-5 5 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain filter Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 18 18 18 18 18 19 19 Tips for environmental protection 5 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 Something not working? 20-21 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 9 9 9 Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 14-15 16-17 3 ENGLISH Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation · All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book. [. . . ] · The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care. · The balance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin. Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Drain filter 4 Adjustable feet 1 2 3 4 Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener, starch P1017 9 ENGLISH Use Control panel EW 1063 S 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 78 9 10 11 1 Programme chart It will help you to choose the most suitable washing programme for your laundry. 6 Anti-crease button Using this option the last rinse water is not emptied out, so as to avoid creasing if the laundry is not removed from the machine immediately after washing. The water can be emptied out by pressing the button again (emptying will be followed by a spin) or by selecting the drain programme "N". If the button is not pressed, the programmes end with a spin. 2 On/Off button Press this button to start the machine. The same button is used to switch the machine off. Before selecting a programme or changing an ongoing programme the machine must be switched off by depressing the On/Off button. 7 Door open button Press to open the door. 3 Spin speed reduction button By depressing this button the spin speed is reduced as follows: · cotton and linen: from 1000 to 650 rpm · synthetics and delicates: from 900 to 650 rpm · wool: from 1000 to 650 rpm 8 "Door locked" pilot light This light comes on when the programme starts, indicating that the door is locked. The door cannot be opened until the light goes out. 4 Quick wash button By depressing this button on programmes A-B-C-G and H the washing time will be reduced. To be used for lightly soiled laundry. 9 Temperature selector dial (thermostat) To select the washing temperature turn the dial to the required value. When your laundry is only lightly soiled, a cold wash can be used (dial to position ). 5 Extra rinse button By depressing this button on programmes A-B and C for cotton and linen the machine will perform the rinses with more water. To be used in areas where the water is very soft or for people allergic to detergents or who have very delicate skin. 10 Programme selector dial To select the required washing programme turn the dial clockwise. 11 Mains-on light It comes on when the machine starts operating and goes out by depressing ON/OFF button to switch the machine off. 10 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer's washing instructions. The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Degrees of water hardness Degrees Level Characteristic German °dH French °T. H. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0- 7 8-14 15-21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than more than 21 37 12 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 95 Max. wash temperature 95°C Delicate wash 60 Max. wash temperature 30°C Hand wash 60 40 40 30 Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron max 200°C Warm iron max 150°C Lukewarm iron max 110°C Do not iron A Dry cleaning Dry cleaning in all solvents P Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene, petrol, pure alcohol, R 111 & R 113 F Dry cleaning in petrol, pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean high temperature low temperature Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry Do not tumble dry 13 ENGLISH 4. Select the temperature Operating sequence Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine. Turn the dial to the required setting. 60 1. Place the laundry in the drum Open the door by depressing button . Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Select the required option(s) P0004 2. Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. [. . . ] · The programme selector dial is not positioned correctly and the ON/OFF button has not been depressed. · The machine does not fill: · The water tap is closed. · The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. · The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. · The door is not properly closed. · The machine fills then empties immediately: · The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: · The end of the drain hose is too low. [. . . ]